The statement came in response to a question about what awaits if Hamas refuses to relinquish power in the Gaza Strip.
The President also says that the situation and Hamas' intentions regarding ceasefire and peace will become clear "soon".
"Yes, when it comes to Bibi", Trump answers a question about whether Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (who has the nickname Bibi) is ready to stop the bombings in Gaza.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasizes at the same time in an interview with CBS that it is necessary for Israel to interrupt the bombing raids for a release of hostages to be possible, according to AFP.
Israelis and everyone else understand that you cannot release hostages while attacks are ongoing, so the attacks must cease, says Rubio.
In an interview with NBC, Rubio says he sees "logistical challenges" when it comes to the release of hostages. He also predicts long-term difficulties when it comes to disarming Hamas and establishing a new government in the war-torn area.
You cannot establish a governing structure in Gaza that is not Hamas in three days. I mean, it's going to take some time, the Secretary of State tells NBC.
Hamas took away 251 people in connection with the terrorist attack on October 7, 2023. 47 are still in Gaza. Of these, 25 are believed to no longer be alive, according to Israel's military.
